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Any good supplements for stress/anxiety and cortisol? i am prone to constipation and have ibs-c. tried glutamine, but constipated me.

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See answer: Have you tried meditation or mindful relaxation techniques to help with stress/anxiety?

Answered 12/9/2015

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